Honda CRF230L vs Skyteam ST250 SM (2012)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CRF230Lstacks up against the Skyteam ST250 SM. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Honda CRF230L | Skyteam ST250 SM |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2012 | 2009 |
| Price | $4,999 | — |
| Engine | 223 cc | 223 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 12 hp |
| Torque | 66 Nm | — |
| Weight | — | 123 kg |
| Seat height | 32 mm | 36 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 2.3 L | 2.6 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 5-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Twin-piston caliper | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Tires | 2.75-21 / 120/80-18 | 100/90-10 / 120/90-10 |
Honda CRF230L vs Skyteam ST250 SM — which should you buy?
Picking between the Honda CRF230L and the Skyteam ST250 SM usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CRF230L brings its published horsepower, while the Skyteam ST250 SM counters with 12 hp at 123 kg.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: